Chapter 572

My chest tightened, and I quickly stepped back, avoiding Caleb's kiss. "You'll be the only one in my heart from now on," I said. "So don't rush. I'm still in shock." After a moment, Caleb released me, a grin spreading across his face. "Let's get married tomorrow. Tonight, I'm telling everyone you're mine." He looked at me with such fiery devotion. My heart raced, and my cheeks felt hot. This was all so absurd. Caleb noticed the shift in my expression and immediately became worried. "What's wrong, Evelyn? Was it too sudden?" "N-No, it's not that." I managed a faint smile. "I just wasn't prepared for this, that's all." "That's fine. I'll give you all the time you need," he said. "We can go register our marriage whenever you're ready." I met his eyes. "Thank you, Caleb. You're so kind to me. I—" Just then, my phone buzzed in my pocket. I pulled it out and saw Madison's name flashing on the screen. "Where are you, Evelyn? You just disappeared without a word." Madison's voice was f